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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Benin

Learn about the similarities and differences between Germany and Benin by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Germany vs. Benin - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Benin is 43 484 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 217% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
43 484 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Benin has a coastline of 75.2 mi.

1 484.5 mi
75.2 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Germany is Berlin, with a population of about 3 562 170 people. In contrast, the largest city in Benin is Cotonou, where the population is 779 314.

3 562 170 ppl
779 314 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Benin is Mont Sokbaro, which rises to a height of 2 159 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
2 159 ft
Mont Sokbaro

Highest recorded temperature

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
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Lowest recorded temperature

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
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Society

Germany vs. Benin - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Benin is home to 12 123 200 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
12 123 200 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 61.8 years in Benin.

81.3 years
61.8 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 17 years in Benin.

47.8 years
17 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 3.36% in Benin.

-0.21%
3.36%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 42.4% in Benin.

99.0%
42.4%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Benin the primary language is French.

german
french

Religion

In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in Benin, the main religion is Christianity.

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
255 000 ppl
Ranking: 18/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Benin: 3 504 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
3 504 Int$
Ranking: 20/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Benin: CFA Franc BCEAO (XOF).

Tools: Currency Calculator
EUR
Euro
XOF
CFA Franc BCEAO

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Benin: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, E

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Benin has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

EURUSDXOF

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Benin - January, February, March, December.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2

Visa requirements

For citizens of Germany (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Your country
Visa obtained online
A visa is required, but can be obtained through the relevant website.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B73 EUR - 89 EUR
T120 EUR - 155 EUR
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